The 2007 accounts closing process is proceeding in a satisfactory manner. Neither any loss nor any other matter has been revealed, whose importance would justify a market warning.

Given the exceptional level of concerns which are presently disrupting the markets, BNP Paribas has decided to present the group's estimated results for 2007 to its Board of Directors and to the market next week.

The detailed presentation of yearly accounts will take place as scheduled on the 20th February.

About BNP Paribas BNP Paribas (www.bnpparibas.com) is a European leader in global banking and financial services and is one of the 4 strongest banks in the world according to Standard & Poor's. The group is present in over 85 countries, with 161,000 employees, including 125,000 in Europe. The group holds key positions in three major segments: Corporate and Investment Banking, Asset Management & Services and Retail Banking. Present throughout Europe in all of its business lines, the bank's two domestic markets in retail banking are France and Italy. BNP Paribas also has a significant presence in the United States and strong positions in Asia and the emerging markets.